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Old 13 October 2015, 02:27 AM   #1
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GMT2C bracelet on a GMT2?

I like the Easylink clasp on the GMT2C, feels as secure as an S-class' door. However, I'm not sure if it would fit on my GMT2 16710. Any thoughts? I don't mind having PCL instead of brushed. Would it be worth the swap, or should I just stick to the 78790 bracelet?

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Old 13 October 2015, 02:34 AM   #2
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If you could source a clasp it will fit but clasp alone is upward of $1000 plus.
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Old 13 October 2015, 02:39 AM   #3
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I like to keep my watches as accurate as possible to how they were issued. Wear the older style bracelet. There is nothing wrong with it and even though it may not seem as secure to you, they have lasted for many years with few issues.
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Old 13 October 2015, 02:39 AM   #4
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The same easylink clasp is also used on the Explorer I & II but the center section is brushed.
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Old 13 October 2015, 03:09 AM   #5
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If you can source just a clasp, then you can easily swap the existing clasp for the new easylink clasp.

Another option is if you can can source an entire 116710 bracelet (w/ PCL's), you can do a direct bracelet swap on to your 16710. I believe this works for the no holes cases only... If you have lug holes then you're out of luck with the 116710 endlinks. YMMV
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Old 13 October 2015, 03:29 AM   #6
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I believe it can be done but it will be expensive...
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Old 13 October 2015, 03:37 AM   #7
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Thanks everyone for all your time and feedback. I appreciate every one of it.

I understand that the watches should be worn as factory fitted as possible. Mine's a no holes case so I just entertained the idea and thought it might be possible. Sourcing an entire bracelet was also an idea but cost wise...

I'll just stick to the original and enjoy the watch for now.
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Old 13 October 2015, 03:44 AM   #8
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I understand that the watches should be worn as factory fitted as possible.
A matter of opinion, it's your watch, do whatever feels OK to you.
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